Q&A
Q&A Thermal Shield The All-Natural, Go-To Solution for Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
Q: How do you get Thermal Shield into the batteries? Responding fire departments typically arrive on scene within 5-8 minutes. By that time, the battery has often burned through the floorboard. Handle the situation as a normal vehicle fire—suppress the flames, and once knocked down, inject Thermal Shield’s patented plant-based solution into the burned area. Less than 5 gallons of Thermal Shield has been proven to stop EV thermal runaway.
Q: Can I get shocked while using Thermal Shield? No. Thermal Shield is non-conductive, ensuring the safety of firefighters by protecting them from electrical shock.
Q: How do we handle runoff after contact with hazardous materials? Thermal Shield’s efficiency means that typically 5 gallons or less is needed to handle EV thermal runaway events. Standard absorbents carried on fire apparatus will be more than enough for cleanup.
Q: Is Thermal Shield safe for water bodies like rivers, lakes, and streams? Yes! Thermal Shield’s formula is 100% safe for humans, animals, and aquatic life. Our plant-based solution is environmentally friendly.
Q: Will Thermal Shield damage fire pumps, sprinkler systems, or other equipment? No. Thermal Shield is non-corrosive and has been lab-tested on brass, copper, stainless steel, and ferrous metals, with no corrosive impact. Its neutral pH of 7.0 guarantees equipment safety.
Q: How do we refill an extinguisher with Thermal Shield? Refilling is simple! We provide pre-measured 2.5-gallon refills—just pour it in, recharge to the correct PSI, and you’re good to go. No need for mixing or measuring.
Q: What is Thermal Shield’s shelf life? Thermal Shield is lab-tested for a minimum 10-year shelf life, ensuring long-term reliability.
Q: Can Thermal Shield be used in engine AB tanks? Absolutely. As EVs become more common and regulations phase out internal combustion vehicles, fire departments may want to designate or add a “C” tank for Thermal Shield. It can also be used in your existing A or B tanks as EV demographics shift across the U.S.